Heat Wave Smashes May 15 Records in Pasadena Area
Pasadena reports a new May 15 heat record as 95 degrees with Los Angeles hitting 99 at 12 40 p m. Forecasters warn continued hot weather after a 94 degree high yesterday. Alhambra Monrovia reached 95. Santa Ana hit 98 as dry air from high pressure drives extreme temperatures. Lifeguards worked overtime as beach crowds flocked to the coast.
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Jet Crashes Into Convent Killing Fifteen Nuns
In Ottawa a CF-100 jet on an air defense mission struck a Roman Catholic rest home for nuns, killing 15 including 11 sisters, a kitchen helper, and Father Richard M. Ward. The pilot and navigator died, 22 nuns escaped, survivors treated for shock. Eyewitnesses spoke of a bright glow from rockets.
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Mannhunt under way for Scott murder suspect in California
Los Angeles District Attorney says L Ewing Scott 59 is believed to have murdered his missing wife Evelyn Thros 63 heiress and is on the run to avoid forgery and grand theft charges. A manhunt is in progress across Southern California with a possible cross border escape. Bail bond actions and an all points bulletin are noted along with a found car linked to the case. The FBI may join the search and a $3750 reward is posted for delivery within 90 days.
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Unidentified Woman Found Dead in Newhall Area
Police seek to identify a young woman found badly decomposed in two telescoped boxes in the Newhall mountains near Sand Canyon Road. She wore a green corduroy skirt and broadcloth blouse, with dark hair. Autopsy planned. In Pacoima, a middle aged woman was found in the street near Pacoima Elementary School at 6 15 am. No immediate cause of death.
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Weather Update Patchy Coastal Fog Tomorrow Morning
A brief forecast notes clear today and tomorrow with patchy fog near the coast tomorrow morning. May 15 records show highs near 94 and lows around 63. Full report on Page 8. Sports sections A4 A5 A6 TV and radio listings on A21.
Two boys suffocated in abandoned ice boxes
In Hutchinson Kansas a 6 year old boy Throval L Johnson and his dog died inside an upright ice chest on a farm north of the city. They were missing for about three hours before the body and dog were found curled inside the metal chest with the small air vent blocked. In New York a 5 year old boy Svenson Austin Jr suffocated after entering a refrigerator on a porch and the door closed.
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Hydrogen bomb airdrop postponed again at Bikini
The USS Mt. McKinley task force postponed the hydrogen bomb test for at least 24 hours due to unfavorable weather with winds spreading radioactive fallout feared. Rear Adm. B Hall Hanlon said conditions improved earlier but shifted, keeping the operation on D‑day minus one status as they aim for Friday Bikini time.
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Missing Warner Jewels Located in Hotel Lost and Found
Beverly Hills police announced that $100,000 worth of jewels owned by film producer Albert Warner and his wife were found in the Beverly Hills Hotel lost and found. A maid turned in a 24 by 36 inch bag after the Warners left for New York, believing the gems had been checked with American Airlines.
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TV sets owned by most American families
Census Bureau finds about 35 million of 45 million households own one or more television sets. The survey notes a rise since 1950 when only about 5 million families had sets.
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Bouquet Canyon Fire Kills Man
A deadly fire gutted a two story cabin in Bouquet Canyon 15 miles north of Saugus. Neighbors identified the victim as Andrew J. Kunza of Sunland, with a car listing Kunza as owner seen outside the cabin where he was last seen asleep before the blaze broke out.
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Catholic Charities head urges Senate to reject baby markets bill
The Rt. Rev. Msgr. John O'Grady urged the Senate Judiciary Committee to reject a bill imposing heavy penalties for operating a baby black market. He warned the measure would place most adoptions under federal control and hamper religious agencies in child welfare work.
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IC C denies rehearing on rail freight rate increase
The Interstate Commerce Commission refused a rehearing of its decision granting railroads a 6 percent increase in interstate freight rates with specified exceptions.
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Royal Family Denies Princess Margaret Romance
An informant close to Britain's royal circle called rumors that Princess Margaret will marry German Prince Christian of Hanover an absolute lie. The Daily Express quoted the 35 year old prince saying he could neither confirm nor deny. The informant noted Christian’s limited English and that his reply may have misled questions.
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Eisenhower pushes plan to streamline arms research
President Eisenhower sent Congress a blueprint to streamline weapons development with new post assistant secretaries for research and development in all three services. The plan, aimed at integrated programs, would take effect in 60 days unless lawmakers object, while defense chief Furnas defended the current program as adequate to keep U.S. tech ahead of the Soviet Union.
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Pentagon discloses plan for mystery warplane replacement
The Pentagon announced a new mystery warplane to replace a shelved fastest long range interceptor project. Dr. Clifford Furnas, assistant secretary of defense for research and development, cited funding limits and heavier-than-expected weight as reasons for canceling the Northrop and North American Aviation contracts. He defended a $5.3 billion military research program.
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Plane Missing Over Seattle Harbor Searched In Vain
State Aeronautics Board director says all likely areas have been searched without success for a small plane missing since last Friday. Four Californians were aboard the aircraft.
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Baseball Results and World News Mix from a Day
Baseball standings show Mets and Reds games with multiple pitchers listed and line scores for teams like Cincinnati Pittsburgh Milwaukee and St Louis. Separately President Truman, arriving in Europe with Mrs Truman, answered questions about the cold war and political endorsements.
Red Arms Cut Plan Leaves Truman Cold
Paris reports Harry S. Truman expressed skepticism about Soviet Russia’s announced plan to cut armed forces by 1.2 million men. He said, To believe it when I see it.
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Truman Welcomed in Paris on European Journey
Former president Truman arrived in Paris, the first stop of a seven week European tour. The French government issued an official welcome citing his many peace efforts. U.S. embassy and French officials greeted the Trumans.
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Two Jailed for Firecrackers in Los Angeles
Two men were jailed under a new state firecracker law after investigators arrested them at a service station on 4400 W. Slauson. Robert Dusky and Glen Dees allegedly sold firecrackers to three juvenile boys, facing up to $1000 fines or a year in jail if convicted.
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Culver City
Two U S Airmen Die One Saved In Atlantic Crash
A U S Air Force B 47 stratojet crashed into the Atlantic off western England near Land's End around 2 30 pm local time. Two crewmen were believed killed. a third was rescued by the Pendeen lifeboat and a search continued for the remaining two.
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Knight Refuses Extradition in $30 Armed Robbery Case
Governor Knight declined North Carolina’s extradition request for fugitive Raymond Adams of Los Angeles to serve a 15 to 30 year sentence for a $30 armed robbery. Extradition secretary Joseph Babich cited equitable grounds. Adams, about 20, had juvenile-era crimes. he escaped a road camp on Dec. 21, 1954 after three years served.
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Knight
North Carolina
Raymond Adams
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Joseph Babich
Welford Wilson
People’s United Church of Christ
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Babich
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Builders and bankers clash over easing mortgage credit
The National Association of Home Builders urged the House Banking Committee to ease credit restrictions to boost home buying. The American Bankers Association warned such a move could threaten the U S economy. The National Association of Real Estate Boards called for liberalizing Fannie Mae to ensure mortgage funds in credit scarce areas.
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Politician Accused of Taking Money From Prisoners
Wisconsin board charges Republican Senate candidate Mark Catlin Jr. with accepting 5725 from inmates at Waupun Prison and funds from others to influence their cases. No releases resulted. His father Mark Catlin Sr. 74 died of a heart attack en route to his office.
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Woman 104 Attends Daughter’s Funeral in Hannibal
Mrs Fliza Allison, claiming to be 104, traveled 17 miles to Hannibal for the funeral of her 86 year old daughter. She says she is the daughter of a slave.
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Advice From a 104-Year-Old Bridegroom in De Witt
In De Witt Arkansas 104 year old J D Manis boasts peace at home and says he buys what his wife wants. He reminisces about fighting Yankees in youth and notes he outlived two wives. The Confederate veteran, former coal miner, lives day to day with wife Willie Manis since 1930.
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